Pagan's Mind

 Today in 2000 Pagan's Mind released there debut album Infinity Divine

Skien, Telemark,Norway Progressive/Power Metal

Status:Active

Years active: 2000-present

Pagan's Mind is a top-flight progressive metal band from Norway, having formed in 2000 and now three albums into their career. Despite the all-too-familiar influences (Dream Theater and a bit of early Queensryche), Pagan's Mind avoids the heard-it-all-before label by simply doing it right. Basically, the band delivers exactly what prog metal fans want, that being superior musicianship, a crystalline production, soaring vocals, and diverse songwriting. Every instrument is clearly heard and makes its presence felt, and every note is seemingly in the right place. Pagan's Mind is unquestionably among the best melodic progressive metal bands playing today.

Facefront records

Nils K. Rue Vocals

Jørn Viggo Lofstad Guitars

Thorstein Aaby (R.I.P. 2007) Guitars

Steinar Krokmo Bass

Ronny Tegner Keyboards

Stian Kristoffersen Drums

Guest/Session

Bente Aanesen Vocals (Track 5)

1. Prelude to Paganism 01:03 instrumental

2. Caught in a Dream 08:42

3. Infinity Divine 07:49

4. Embracing Fear 06:03

5. Astral Projection 06:44

6. Angels' Serenity 04:51

7. Dawning of the Nemesis 07:04

8. King's Quest 06:39

9. Twilight Arise 04:36

10. Moonlight Pact 07:07

11. A New Beginning 07:38

01:08:16

Mixed in Studio Studio Nyhagen, Norway October 2000 by Ronnie Le Tekrø and Dag Stokke.

Mastered at Masterhuset, Oslo, Norway, October 2000 by Ola Johansen.

Belphegor

 Today in 2000 Belphegor released the album Necrodaemon Terrorsathan

Salzburg,Austria Death/Black Metal

Status:Active

Years active: 1991-1992 (as Betrayer), 1992-present

Formed by guitarist/screamer Helmuth in 1990, Austrian death/black metal band Belphegor quickly made inroads in their homeland, but had to wait nearly a decade before their efforts crossed borders and were released internationally. Also featuring guitarist Sigurd, bassist Marius, and a revolving drum stool policy, the band's overtly satanic, European-style black metal was first made available to the public in 1995 via their Lethal Records-issued debut album, The Last Supper -- it was later reissued by World War III Records with six bonus tracks (some from their rare 1994 Obscure and Deep EP). Blutsabbath (1997) and Necrodaemon Terrorsathan (2000) were released via Last Episode Records, and in 2003 they inked a deal with Napalm for their fourth studio long-player, Lucifer Incestus. Arriving in 2005, Goatreich – Fleshcult would be the band's last outing for the label, as the following year saw them make the move to Nuclear Blast and issue Pestapokalypse VI. Released in 2008, Bondage Goat Zombie was partly inspired by the writings of the Marquis de Sade, while 2009's Walpurgis Rites – Hexenwahn cited the history of witches as its inspiration. Blood Magick Necromance (2011) and Conjuring the Dead (2014) followed a similar narrative path, and in 2017 Belphegor released their 11th studio long-player, Totenritual, again via Nuclear Blast.

Last Episode

Helmuth Vocals, Guitars, Lyrics

Sigurd Guitars, Lyrics

Marius Bass, Vocals (backing)

Guest/Session

Man Drums

Gü Synthesizer

1. Necrodaemon Terrorsathan 04:48

2. Vomit upon the Cross 04:10

3. Diabolical Possession 04:49

4. Lust Perishes in a Thirst for Blood 03:53

5. S.B.S.R. 04:00

6. Sadism Unbound / Lechery on the Altar 03:33

7. Tanzwut Totengesänge 03:18

8. Cremation of Holiness 03:39

9. Necrodaemon Terrorsathan (Part II) / Analjesus 03:16

35:26

Promo version starts with ten seconds or so of stormy weather samples.

A music video was made for "Vomit upon the Cross".

Recording information:

Violently executed at Noise Art Studios Wels / Austria between October 1999 and February 2000.

Mastered at ATS Studio Mölln / Austria.

Abruptum

 Today in 2000 Abruptum released the EP De Profundis Mors Vas Cousumet

Stockholm,Sweden Black Metal/Dark Ambient/Noise

Status:Active

Years active: 1989-2005, 2008-present

Abruptum was formed in 1990 by IT and All. IT had planned to create the band already in 1987 but it wasn't until 1990 that he found the right member to do it. The same year they recorded their first two demos. After the release of the first demo they kicked out their bass player Ext. After the release of a 7" EP called simply called "Evil" in 1991 (later re-released by Psychoslaughter) All began to drink heavily and was forced to leave the band. IT then found a new member in Evil from the young band Marduk. The band became kind of famous very much thanks to the fact that IT was one of the leaders within what was called the Satanic Black Circle. As IT left the scene completely after several events within the circle and threats to him and his family Morgan continued the band for a while on his own but the project is probably put on ice for now because of the growing popularity of Marduk.

Blooddawn Productions

Evil Drums, Guitars, Piano, Noises

1. De Profundis Mors Vas Cousumet 05:39

2. Dödsapparaten 08:31

3. Massdöd 02:24

16:34

"De Profundis Mors Vas Consumet" (also featured on the Nordic Metal compilation) originally recorded in 1991, the 2 other songs recorded in 2000 by Evil only.

Released on CD and 10" vinyl.

Entombed

 Today in 1999 Entombed released the Live album Monkey Puss (Live in London)

Stockholm,Sweden Death Metal/Death 'n' Roll

Years active: 1987-1989 (as Nihilist), 1989-present

Entombed was at the forefront of the first wave of Swedish death metal in the early nineties, with their first two releases (Left Hand Path and Clandestine) widely regarded as landmarks in the field. By 1994, they shifted direction somewhat, starting with Wolverine Blues, towards a more punk-oriented, stripped-down yet still quite heavy style, prompting the coining of phrases such as "death 'n roll" and "death rock" by fans and critics. Predictably, the change in style split existing fans, some of which wanted more traditional death metal and others welcoming the new sound. The past several years has seen Entombed tinkering with their style, offering slight deviations here and there but basically sticking to a now-reliable formula that continues to serve them well. The general consensus is that Same Difference is the lone substandard release in their back catalog, with newer albums such as Morning Star and Uprising receiving the most accolades.

The band fractured in 2013, when guitarist Alex Hellid sat out a tour and then commenced to work with older former members. The rest of the band pressed on, recording an album that ended up being released under the name Entombed A.D., and that band can now be considered the logical successor to Entombed. While a 2014 ruling said that no one could use the Entombed name, Hellid, along with old-time members Uffe Cederland and Nicke Andersson and two new guys, played a gig as Entombed in October 2016, so for the moment, both bands are active.

Earache Records

L-G Petrov Vocals

Ulf "Uffe" Cederlund Guitars

Alex Hellid Guitars

Lars Rosenberg Bass

Nicke Andersson Drums

1. Living Dead (6:03)

2. Revel in Flesh (3:43)

3. Stranger Aeons (3:58)

4. Crawl (5:32)

5. But Life Goes On (2:52)

6. Sinners Bleed (4:42)

7. Evilyn (4:58)

8. The Truth Beyond (3:36)

9. Drowned (3:56)

10. Left Hand Path (7:33)

Total Time: 46:53

Recorded on London '92, during the Gods of Grind tour. This album originally was a bootleg, but the sound was so good that Earache decided to release as a live album. EDIT "the sound was so good..." was the Earache version as Entombed always considered this album being a bootleg and an UNofficiale release. Earache took the decision on their own to release it in order to complete Entombed's contractual obligations when they left on to form their very own label: Threeman.

Originally released on cd and VHS.

The VHS version includes the following videoclips:

Left Hand Path

Stranger Aeons

Hollowman

Wolverine Blues

Night of the Vampire

Released on DVD in 2001

Suicidal Tendencies

 Today in 1998 Suicidal Tendencies released the EP Six The Hard Way

Los Angeles (Venice Beach), California Thrash Metal/Crossover

Status:Active

Years active: 1981-1995, 1997-present

Hailing from Venice Beach, the name Suicidal Tendencies became synonymous with the LA skatecore scene, a scene they essentially created (other similar/related bands in this groups would be Beowulf and Excel). Their 1983 self-titled debut album, featuring their classic "Institutionalized", is still regarded as a seminal hardcore album. Four years later would see the follow-up, Join The Army, by which time they had essentially become a thrash band, though still retaining their hardcore roots and attitude. A string of successful albums were released in the late eighties and early nineties, with the band deciding to break up in 1995 following '94's Suicidal For Life. Several years later leader Mike Muir brought some members from the Suicidal side project Infectious Grooves, and by 1999 the band was back in action, and is still active today. Several past members have contributed to other bands, with the most recent (and most notable) being Robert Trujillo's joining Metallica.

Suicidal Records

Mike Muir Vocals

Dean Pleasants Guitars

Josh Paul Bass

Brooks Wackerman Drums

Mike Clark Guitars

1. Freedumb 02:54

2. Cyco Vision 01:52

3. Refuse 03:15

4. What's the Word? 04:34

5. Fascist Pig (Live) 01:41

6. I Saw Your Mommy (Live) 06:01

20:17

P.O.D.

 Today in 1998 P.O.D. released the EP The Warriors EP

San Diego, California, Christian metal, nu metal, rap metal, alternative metal, rapcore , hard rock

Status:Active

Years active: 1992–present

P.O.D. (Payable On Death) is a San Diego nu-metal band that draws from some familiar influences (Rage Against The Machine (particularly the earlier releases), and Korn, to name two), as well as throwing their own originality into the mix. They have been referred to as a Christian band by others, and though there is definite spirituality in the lyrics, they don't come across as preachy or heavy-handed in their approach, nor are they entirely comfortable with the label of Christian band. After a string of locally-released albums, they signed to Atlantic and hit it big with 2001's Satellite. More recently has come the first lineup change, with guitarist Marcos Curiel deciding to pursue other interests. His replacement is a veteran in the Christian extreme metal scene, former Living Sacrifice guitarist Jason Truby. 2003's Payable On Death, the first featuring Truby, is in general a more relaxed alterna-nu-metal album, though also more diverse in its approach.

Tooth And Nail Records

Sonny Sandoval – vocals

Marcos Curiel – lead guitar

Traa Daniels – bass

Wuv Bernardo – drums, rhythm guitar

1. "Intro" 1:37

2. "Southtown" 4:30

3. "Breathe Babylon" 6:02

4. "Rosa Linda" 1:42

5. "Draw the Line" 3:14

6. "Full Color" 5:53

7. "Sabbath" 4:33

The Warriors EP is an extended play by the rock group P.O.D.. It was released on November 17, 1998 as a transitional album from Rescue Records to Atlantic Records. Only 30,000 copies were ever made which made it a collector's item and very rare to find. The EP contains a message from lead singer Sonny Sandoval thanking the 'Warriors', P.O.D.'s following of fans, for supporting them throughout the years before signing with Atlantic Records. Though produced by Atlantic Records, the album was actually released by Tooth & Nail Records. The entire EP is made to sound like the songs are being played through a phonograph, being mixed with a faux vinyl crackling throughout each song.

Faith No More

 Today in 1998 Faith No More released the single I Started a Joke

San Francisco, California Avant-garde/Alternative/Heavy Metal

Status:Active

Years active: 1979-1980 (as Sharp Young Man), 1980-1982 (as Faith No Man), 1982-1998, 2009-present

Faith No More was the kind of band that usually garners a cult following but not commercial success, since their style is often varied, quirky, hard to describe, and off the mainstream. But the band scored a massive hit with "Epic" off The Real Thing, and so the band did indeed enjoy some success, even though their succeeding albums failed to generate the same level of airplay. In retrospect the band's decision to split up in 1999 is not too surprising, since several members had other projects in the works and there was increased reports of creative friction between various members. They reunited in 2009 and spent the next several of years touring, and have been reported on working on a new album for spring 2015.

Slash Records

Mike Patton Vocals

Jon Hudson Guitars

Billy Gould Bass

Roddy Bottum Keyboards

Mike Bordin Drums

1. I Started a Joke (Bee Gees cover) 03:03

2. The World Is Yours 05:52

3. Theme from Midnight Cowboy 01:02 instrumental

09:57

"The World Is Yours" and "Theme from Midnight Cowboy" were previously unreleased.

Different version (songs 2 & 3 recorded live at the Horden Pavilion in Sydney, Australia by MTV Australia on October 21, 1997):

1. I Started a Joke (Bee Gees cover) (3:03)

2. This Guy's in Love with You (live) (4:20)

3. We Care a Lot (live) (3:55)